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SUMMARY:Hike: Hot Springs Mountain (Strenuous) 
DESCRIPTION:Mar. 15\, Sun.\, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nHike: Hot Springs Mountain (Strenuous)  \nLeaders: Sanjiv Nanda and Alan Parks \nJoin us for this steep 10-mile round-trip hike to the summit of Hot Springs Mountain. At 6535 feet\, Hot Springs Mountain is the highest peak in San Diego County\, 21 feet higher than Cuyamaca. The total elevation gain/loss is 2200 feet. Most of the hike is on a graded dirt road to an old fire tower. After the tower\, an easy uphill trail leads to the peak boulder. Climbing the peak boulder is a nice challenge and a rewarding experience. 360-degree views from the peak looking out to San Gorgonio and San Jacinto to the north\, Mt. Palomar and Mt. Cuyamaca to the west and south\, and Toro Peak\, Anza-Borrego\, and Salton Sea to the east. Bring water\, snacks\, and lunch. Meet at 8 a.m. at the intersection of S2 and Highway 79. No charge. 760-767-3098\, or stop by to reserve. Note: The hike and peak are on the Los Coyotes Reservation\, and a $10 fee is payable in cash at the entrance station.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-hot-springs-mountain-strenuous/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T173000
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SUMMARY:Lecture: What’s Up with the Hawkwatch?
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Tracee Geernaert and Candice Hess\, Hawkwatch Leaders\nCome to the ABDNHA Library to see and hear what’s new in 2026 for the Swainson’s Hawkwatch. Hear about peak counts\, which occur mid-March\, and we are hoping for a great year. Our early bloom bodes well for lots of insects\, also known as “hawk food.” We will bring photos\, anecdotes\, and lots of laughs from the field! \nThe Hawkwatch update will also include a talk by visiting wildlife biologist Lizzi Weisman who is part of one of the longest-running raptor studies in North America\, the Butte Valley Swainson’s Hawk project. She will discuss their study of the ecology of Swainsons hawks in Butte Valley to determine how their reproductive success is related to the quality of the habitat they choose for their nests. Register online or call 760-767-3098. GP $12\, M $10\, V $8. \nRegister here for the program.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-whats-up-with-the-hawkwatch/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260212T192317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192317Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: The Wilson Trail and Overlook  (Moderately Strenuous)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Rachel Rench\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nJoin me for an 11-mile RT hike on the Old Wilson Trail from Old Culp Valley Rd to the Overlook\, then up to the Wilson Benchmark. This is a fun hike with 800 ft of elevation gain and loss. With lots of rolling hills\, it never gets steep anywhere along the way. We’ll have a rewarding view at the Overlook and the top of the Wilson Benchmark of Grapevine Canyon and the Salton Sea. The area is at a higher elevation near Ranchita and may have some wildflowers blooming in late March\, along with cooler temperatures. High clearance or AWD vehicles will be required\, so meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:30 am to arrange carpools. This hike will be limited to 15 people.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-the-wilson-trail-and-overlook-moderately-strenuous/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260213T011140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T011140Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: Casino Hike (Strenuous)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Carmelita Logerwell and Terri Straub \nHike\, 6 miles\, 900’ gain. The lucky people who join us on this hike will go through four\, yes\, four slot canyons! There are a few challenging dry waterfalls to go up and one steep\, rocky area to climb. After two stops\, we’ll be at Calcite Mine\, followed by two more stops on the way back. A really fun hike! AWD cars can drive to the start of the hike in South Palm Wash. Regular cars can park at the top and walk 0.2 miles to the start of the hike. No charge. Max 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch\, snacks\, and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-casino-hike-strenuous/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260212T192548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192548Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling in the Field (Easy)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Pam Blake\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nCome practice nature journaling in the field with Pam Blake. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot at 9:00 am and set out from there. You’ll need your own supplies and some familiarity with this practice\, as this session offers a chance for further nature journaling with a group but without instruction. No charge; call the Nature Center to reserve. This activity is repeated on the third Tuesdays of each month.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/nature-journaling-in-the-field-easy-4/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Journaling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260317T190808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T192506Z
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SUMMARY:4WD Tour: Gas Domes–Shell Reef–Pumpkin Patch–OWSVRA (Members Priority) - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Jim Torian\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nLevel 4 – 4WD Higher Clearance \n*** THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT – RESCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY\, MARCH 26 *** \nWe will explore points of interest in the Ocotillo Wells SVRA and ABDSP.  Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot by 8:30 a.m. for a briefing before caravanning to Pole Line Road off SR 78\, where we air down and begin our journey. Restrooms are available here\, as well as our lunch spot at the Pumpkin Patch. We will wind our way north and west through the SVRA. There are 6 features on our route\, and we will stop at as many as we have time for\, including the artesian well\, gas domes\, Shell Reef\, Pumpkin Patch\, 5 Palms\, and 17 Palms Oasis. Our trip ends when we exit the park at Arroyo Salado at S22\, 17 miles east of Borrego Springs. Road conditions vary from hardpan and washboard to mildly rocky\, to some easy hills and soft sandy washes. We will cover about 28 miles with a total elevation gain of about 880 feet. Lunch is BYO. 4WD only and a full tank of gas. GMRS channel 15 is optional. Check the weather and dress accordingly. No fee. Space is limited.  Call to reserve 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/4wd-tour-gas-domes-shell-reef-pumpkin-patch-owsvra-members-priority-cancelled/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:4WD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260317T192817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T192817Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: Glorietta Canyon (Moderate to Strenuous) - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Amy Brewster  \n*** THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT *** \nHike with naturalist Amy Brewster up Glorietta Canyon\, over a saddle and up a side wash to an amazing overlook of the Borrego Valley. The hike is approximately 6 miles. There are a few spots on the trail where boulders need to be navigated. Bring water and a snack and hiking poles if you choose. Meet at ABDNHA. Carpooling is encouraged. Maximum 12 persons. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-glorietta-canyon-moderate-to-strenuous-cancelled/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20251006T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T080102Z
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SUMMARY:ABDNHA Friendly Friday Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Paul Petersen\, ABDNHA Volunteer. \nRelaxed social ride of 20-30 miles\, mostly flat\, at a 10-12 mph pace. Routes vary weekly\, and fun rides to highlight the roads less traveled. Return times vary depending on the chosen route. FREE\, every Friday. No registration required. Meet in the parking lot opposite the County Public Library.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/abdnha-friendly-friday-bike-ride/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260301T001355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T001355Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Burrowing Owls Acoustic Research
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Samantha Lima\, Ph.D.\nSam is a postdoc at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance\, where she conducts research on burrowing owls. Tonight\, she will introduce bioacoustics and its application in species monitoring and explain the work of SDZWA to monitor these charismatic birds using passive acoustic methods. Additionally\, she will include a demonstration of the equipment and engage in discussions about acoustic fieldwork. GP $12\, M $10\, V $8. Register online or at the Nature Center\, 760-767-3098. \nRegister here for the program.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-burrowing-owls-acoustic-research/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260317T211430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T211430Z
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SUMMARY:The Birds of Anza-Borrego: Two Days of Birding Field Trips - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Kurt Leuschner\, Professor of Natural Science\, College of the Desert \n*** THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT *** \nThis is an excellent opportunity to go with Kurt Leuschner\, one of this region’s best birding guides. Kurt will have a number of great spots to visit each day\, driving in and around the Anza-Borrego Desert. This program also includes an introductory webinar on March 17. There is no fee for this program; donations are welcome.  Max. 15 people; this will fill quickly. Call or visit the ABDNHA Nature Center\, 760-767-3098\, to register. \nMar. 21\, Sat.\, 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.  &  Mar. 22\, Sun.\, 7:30 a.m. – Noon
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/the-birds-of-anza-borrego-two-days-of-birding-field-trips-cancelled/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T150000
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CREATED:20260320T165228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T225652Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: Santa Ysabel East Preserve (Moderately Strenuous)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Sanjiv Nanda and Alan Parks \nThis moderately strenuous 7-mile car-shuttle hike starts on Farmer Road and heads west through a forest of sycamore and oak. After crossing beautiful Santa Ysabel Creek\, the trail climbs steeply to the ridge line at around 4000 feet. From there\, we begin our descent\, cross the San Diego River\, and join an old pioneer trail that descends to the Santa Ysabel Preserve Nature Center. The hike is rated moderately strenuous due to steep trails (bring trekking poles if you use them)\, 600 feet of elevation gain\, and 1\,600 feet of elevation loss. \nMeet at 8 a.m. at the Santa Ysabel Preserve Nature Center parking lot. The entrance is on Hwy 79\, 0.3 miles north of the intersection with Hwy 78 in Santa Ysabel. From there\, we will carpool and shuttle to the start of the hike on Farmer Road. \nNo charge. Call or stop by to reserve: 760-767-3098. \nFollowing the hike\, some of us may gather at the Volcan Mountain Winery at the intersection of Farmer Road and Wynola Road.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-santa-ysabel-east-preserve-moderately-strenuous/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260317T212257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T212257Z
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SUMMARY:Borrego Walkabout (Easy) - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Selden McKee\, ABDNHA Volunteer \n*** THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT *** \nGet a little exercise\, take some photos\, learn the history\, and hear the stories behind the buildings and places in this tiny desert town we all love so much – Borrego Springs. We will start at ABDNHA and cover approximately 1.5 miles\, all of which is flat. Wear comfortable walking shoes. No charge\, but pre-registration is required at ABDNHA’s Nature Center\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/borrego-walkabout-easy-cancelled/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260317T213037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T213037Z
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SUMMARY:Talk & Walk: Plants of Anza-Borrego - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Don Rideout\, Coordinator\, Desert Botany Club \n*** THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT *** \nShort Lecture and Field Trip (Easy walk\, okay for all vehicles) \nAn offering of the new Botany Club\, these walks will focus on the plants of Anza-Borrego Desert\, with locations varying depending on where we find the most interesting plants. Our pace will be generally slow\, allowing plenty of time for plant identification\, questions\, discussion\, and photography.  All levels of knowledge are welcome\, including children. Meet at ABDNHA; carpool as best we can\, as we head to the field trip site. No Charge. Space is limited. Register at the Nature Center or call 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/talk-walk-plants-of-anza-borrego-cancelled/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club,Field Trip,In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T110325
CREATED:20260317T213601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T213601Z
UID:10001090-1774087200-1774098000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:BRAG: Borrego ROCKS! - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:*** THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT *** \nThe Borrego Rock and Gem (BRAG) Club will be hosting a demonstration event in the Visitor Plaza just outside of the Nature Center. Come see BRAG members cut geodes\, demonstrate lapidary work\, display rocks that are local to Southern California\, and answer questions about local rockhounding. Each visitor gets to select a free rock to take home! Geodes\, patches and stickers will be available for sale. Free; no registration required.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/brag-borrego-rocks-cancelled/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club,Special Event
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